2020 Jeep Compass electrical system problems

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What owners say

1. Filed Sep 11, 2026TXBrakesElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   I drove myself and my passenger to our destination without issue. After the vehicle was parked for approximately three hours, I started it and drove toward the exit lane leading to the main road. I stopped completely before exiting and was traveling approximately 10 mph as I crossed toward the leftmost turning lane. Suddenly, the dashboard displayed a “High Coolant Temperature” warning, the check engine light illuminated, and the accelerator pedal became…

   NHTSA complaint #11763674 · source
2. Filed Aug 25, 2026UTElectrical System

   Unknown. Vehicle has been inspected prior for electrical issues while under warranty. Dealer claims no issue. Backup camera does not work, vehicle temperature settings are not accessible on screen.

   NHTSA complaint #11759558 · source
3. Filed Jul 1, 2026OHElectrical SystemTransmission & Drivetrain

   Vehicle shuts off randomly. Restarts after stopping but it’s consistent as if the car over heated yet the coolant temperature reads 194-200

   NHTSA complaint #11747773 · source
4. Filed Feb 18, 2026CAElectrical SystemEngine

   I’ve had this car since March 8, 2020 and from the very beginning I’ve had electrical issues at first. It started with just my lights flickering the dashboard as well and it progressed overtime and also gave my different messages on my dashboard. The radio would shut off making it impossible to use my backup camera as well, I wasn’t able to take it to the dealer because when I called they said that it all had to come out of my pocket, even though I had just bought the car so…

   NHTSA complaint #11718918 · source
5. Filed Feb 2, 202654,000 miGADriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical System

   The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the infotainment screen began to display a pixilated and distorted image. Due to the failure, the rear-view camera failed to operate while in reverse(R). The failure persisted, and several lines appeared on the infotainment screen before the screen went blank. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and a diagnostic test was performed. The contact was informed that the radio was defective…

   NHTSA complaint #11714920 · source
6. Filed Jan 3, 2026OHElectrical SystemEngine

   I tried the auto start on the fob car would not start I tried to the push start nothing again . Did get warning coolant temp high Had to tow car They are investigating

   NHTSA complaint #11708586 · source
7. Filed Dec 22, 2025PAElectrical System

   My engine light kept on coming on esc failure I replaced the aux battery then reg battery then alternator went bad then the u connect is not working at all it will not load the maps on the screen it’s doesn’t recognize my phone I bought this jeep brand new

   NHTSA complaint #11706643 · source
8. Filed Nov 17, 2025NYElectrical SystemEngine

   While driving the 2020 Compass a message will s poradically appear on the dashboard display about "High Coolant Temperature" and immediately sends the vehicle power to shut down and after a couple of seconds the error disappears and the temperature returns to normal. It once shut the engine down completely in the middle of the street and I had to put car in park in middle of traffic and then restart it. This happens at all rates of speed - on the highway driving 65 mph or on…

   NHTSA complaint #11699972 · source
9. Filed Oct 6, 2025NCDriver Assistance & Safety TechElectrical SystemOther / Unknown

   The screen on the dash has quit working and the backup camera does not work this started when we got snow, thought once weather warmed up things it would work tried the reset button to no avail. Hesitated about buying another jeep now I wish I hadn’t nothing but trouble

   NHTSA complaint #11691566 · source
10. Filed Sep 28, 2025OHElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    Coolant temperature warning and sudden engine shutdowns. This has occurred multiple times in 3 months. started when car was at 50K miles. we have been unable to control the vehicle in traffic when this happens. Dealership (Dave Denis jeep-Dayton, Ohio) was unable to find a problem.

    NHTSA complaint #11690201 · source
11. Filed Sep 9, 202597,000 miMIElectrical SystemEngineTransmission & Drivetrain

    The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the 4WD engaged and disengaged while driving down the road. The contact stated that the brakes locked up while 35 MPH. Additionally, the computer became inoperable. The contact stated that the battery was replaced, but the vehicle failed to charge. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The Service 4WD message was displayed and the Auto START/STOP feature was inoperable. During inclement weather of…

    NHTSA complaint #11685871 · source
12. Filed Jul 28, 2025GAElectrical SystemEngine

    The (A) this automatically temporarily pause the idling of the engine when stopping at a light or stop sign. I’ve noticed that it’ll shut my car off completely as if the battery has died. I’ve been put in scary situations due to heavy traffic. I’ve held up traffic for at least 3-10 minutes. ( my battery is less than 2-3 yrs old). So, for now I’ve started turning that function off upon starting the car before I put it in gear. Any complaints about that anyone know of?

    NHTSA complaint #11676770 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology